Nowhere better symbolizes all that is great about County Kildare, the beating heart of Ireland’s thoroughbred industry, than the IRISH NATIONAL STUD & GARDENS, a unique attraction of outstanding natural beauty that is home to some of the most magnificent horses and sumptuous gardens to be found anywhere in the world. Open from February to November the Irish National Stud
Read moreThe Curragh Racecourse is the ancestral home of Irish flat racing since the early 1700s. A thoroughbred track, it is located on the Curragh plains in County Kildare. Well served by major road routes, traveling to the Curragh Racecourse takes just 40 minutes from Dublin depending on traffic conditions. Race days offer a unique day out experience with an electric
Read moreThe hedge maze was established in the late 1990’s and opened to the public in 2000. Since then they have undertaken a major-development programme, adding great new attractions to give you a more enjoyable and fun day out. It was grown to mark the Millennium and is designed in the shape of a St. Brigid’s Cross. The fully grown hedge
Read moreCaragh Open Pet Farm is open from April to October and is one of Kildare’s most popular family fun days out. There are lots of animals for the children to meet in the pet farm from bunny rabbits to baby chicks. While the children are playing, the Mam’s and Dad’s can enjoy a Cuppa and relax knowing the children are
Read moreNestled within idyllic landscaped grounds, Kildare Village is the perfect luxury shopping destination, just an hour from Dublin. You’ll find it difficult to resist temptation with 100 boutiques from the world’s most exciting designers including Louise Kennedy, Armani, Brooks Brothers, Mulberry and many more, all offering up to 60% off the recommended retail price all year around. L’Officina, Dunne &
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